- One of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza is among Mexico's most visited and iconic archaeological sites.
- Chichén Itzá lies around 120 km east of Yucatán state capital Mérida, 200 km west of Cancún, and around 1420 km northeast of Mexico City (by road).
- The archaeological site of Chichen Itza was one of the most vital city-states, a significant center of the ancient Mayan civilization, and a crucial trading hub.
- The Step Pyramid at Chichen Itza Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, crowned by temple was part of one of the greatest Mayan centers.
- Both were built 1050-1200 CE, and they are further indicators that human sacrifice was a part of religious ceremonies at Chichen Itza.
- The Pyramid of Kulkulcan, also known as El Castillo, is the most iconic structure at Chichen Itza.
- It’s one of the most prolific sites left behind by the Mayan civilization which flourished in the region for hundreds of years. Chichen Itza itself is more than just a pyramid.
- Chichén Itzá'nın ne kadar eski olduğu konusunda bazı tartışmalar olsa da en güncel çalışmalar burayı en az 1.500 yaşında göstermektedir.